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Charles H. Wray, M.D.

Charles H. Wray, M.D.

Mar 5, 2024

Augusta, GA - Dr. Charles H. Wray, 90, entered into rest on March 5, 2024, at his home.

Dr. Wray is the son of the late Charles Adair Wray (Jack) and the late Sarah Lee Durham Wray. He is survived by his wife, Betty Beasley Wray, M.D. and his four children: Charles Thomas Wray (Kelly), Brian Carter Wray (Donna), Lee Vaughan...

Oren N. Trefz

Oren N. Trefz

Mar 4, 2024

Augusta, GA – Oren Neumann Trefz (85) entered into rest on March 4, 2024. 

 

Oren was born in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Homer and Estelle Trefz. After high school, Oren joined the U.S. Army and was deployed to Korea. After his military service Oren earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Ohio University. He began his career with Proctor...

Kheri Cooper Cash

Kheri Cooper Cash

Mar 4, 2024

Evans, GA - Kheri Edwina Cooper Cash passed away peacefully on Monday, March 4, 2024. 

Kheri was born on June 22, 1972, in Florence, Alabama to Roy and Donna Cooper. She was of the Christian faith and a member at Warren Baptist Church. Recently, the family was attending Parkway Baptist Church in Evans, GA. Kheri was a graduate of the University...

Robert Carl Spindler

Robert Carl Spindler

Mar 4, 2024

Grovetown, GA – Robert Carl Spindler, 59, loving husband of 35 years to Angela Parrish Spindler, passed away quietly on Monday, March 4, 2024, in his sister's arms.

 

Robert was born in New Brunswick, New Jersey. He lived in the Augusta area for 50 years. Robert was a generous person who had a great sense of humor. He was a loving...

Maryann F. Gillespie

Maryann F. Gillespie

Mar 4, 2024

Maryann Friend Gillespie

December 6, 1931 – March 4, 2024

 

Born on December 6, 1931 in Knoxville, Tennessee, Maryann was called home by her Lord and Savior on March 4, 2024.

 

Maryann is survived by her loving daughters Debbie Macon (Bryan) of Dalton, Georgia and Janet Pierce (Keith) of Augusta, Georgia. She is also survived by four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren, as...

Patricia "Patty" B. Williams

Patricia "Patty" B. Williams

Mar 3, 2024

Entered into rest on Sunday, March 3, 2024, Mrs. Patricia “Patty” Baxter Williams, 86, loving wife of the late Dr. Neil A. Williams.Patty was born to the late J. Edward and Willa Baxter in Commerce, GA. Upon graduation from the University of Georgia, she began her elementary school teaching career in Athens and Augusta, GA. Her greatest joy as an...

Joan Kampschror

Joan Kampschror

Mar 2, 2024

Joan KampschrorAugusta, Ga. - Mrs. Joan S. Kampschror, 94, entered into rest at her residence Saturday, March 2, 2024, she was the loving wife of the late Darrell B. Kampschror.Mrs. Kampschror was a native of Abilene, TX and has lived in Augusta since 1976. She was the daughter of the late G. Alan and Lois C. Shackelford and a was...

Donald C. Bray

Donald C. Bray

Mar 2, 2024

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, March 2, 2024, Donald Claude Bray, 87, loving husband of Stephanie Blumer Bray.

Mr. Bray was born to the late John and Inez Bray in Statesboro, GA. He graduated from Wadley High School and earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Georgia State University. He was a member of Trinity on the Hill...

Lianne Bland Price

Lianne Bland Price

Mar 1, 2024

Lianne Bland Price

1932-2024

 

It is with profound sadness that the family of Lianne Bland Price announce her peaceful passing on March 1, 2024, at the age of 91 years.

 

Lianne was born May 6, 1932, to Sim and Leola Bland in Lyons, GA. She graduated from Lyons High School in 1949 and went on to attend Meredith Collage in Raleigh, NC. Later...

Donald H. Lewis

Donald H. Lewis

Mar 1, 2024

Colonel Donald H. Lewis, US Army (Retired) of Evans, GA, beloved husband of Patricia E. Lewis, passed away on Friday, March 1, 2024.

 

Don was born in Auburn, New York on November 10, 1937, to Harry and Jean Lewis. His childhood was filled with numerous athletic endeavors including football (both offense and defense), basketball, and baseball. He graduated from Auburn High School in...

William P. FitzGerald III

William P. FitzGerald III

Feb 29, 2024

Columbia, Maryland – died peacefully at his home on February 28, 2024, Mr. William Paul FitzGerald III, husband of 57 years to Ruth Jarrett FitzGerald. Other family members include sons: William (LTC, Ret.); John (Susan); grandchildren: John Charles and Brooke; sister: Cheri Burchard (the late Rev. Russell Burchard).

Bill was a native of Towanda, Pa., born March 28, 1934. Growing up...

Kelly Dasher

Kelly Dasher

Feb 28, 2024

Augusta, GA - Kelly Dasher, 64, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Her Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, April 27, 2024 in the chapel of Thomas Poteet & Son, where the family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 A.M.

 

Kelly was born August 13, 1959 in Savannah, Georgia daughter of Robert and Jacqueline Dasher....

Lyle Gates McGahee

Lyle Gates McGahee

Feb 28, 2024

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, Lyle Gates McGahee, 68, loving husband of 40 years to Ellen Myhand McGahee.

 

Lyle was a native of Augusta, Georgia and a longtime member of Woodlawn United Methodist Church. He retired from the business office at The Medical College of Georgia. His heart was serving as an athletic coach for...

Dane Scarff

Dane Scarff

Feb 28, 2024

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, Dane Scarff, 75, husband of Darlene Bresadola Scarff.

 

Dane was born in Norfolk, Virginia. He served 25 years in the U.S. Army where he retired at a rank of 1SG in 1993. Upon retirement, Dane attended Augusta College and the Medical College of Georgia where he graduated with a B.S....

Wallace "Red" Edward England

Wallace "Red" Edward England

Feb 27, 2024

Grovetown, GA - Wallace Edward England, fondly known as "Red," peacefully entered into rest on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at the age of 63. Red was a cherished member of the community, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, ingenuity, and love.

Red was an active participant in the Northlake Homeowner’s Association, where his dedication to serving others was shown. A true...

Susan Nagel

Susan Nagel

Feb 27, 2024

Evans, GA – Entered into rest on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, Susan Trickett Nagel, 70, loving wife of Richard Nagel.

 

Susan was born in Oakland, Maryland to the late Richard and June Trickett. She lived in the Augusta area for 7 years. Susan enjoyed quilting and knitting in her spare time. She was a loving wife and mother and will not...

Michael Russ Parnell

Michael Russ Parnell

Feb 27, 2024



Michael Russ Parnell entered Heaven’s Gates on Tuesday evening after a valiant battle. He is survived by his precious daughter Katie and the love of his life, Beverly. 

 

He was born in Flint Michigan on April 9, 1961, to Anita Mae and Michael John Parnell. Other family members survived by him include his sister: Cynthia Valdez; brothers: Derrick (Jodi) Parnell and...

Betty Jean Murrah

Betty Jean Murrah

Feb 27, 2024

Augusta, GA - Betty Jean Murrah, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, peacefully departed this earthly realm on February 27, 2024, at the age of 91. Born on May 31, 1932 in Trenton, SC to Clyde and Bessie Pruitt. Betty's life was marked by grace, kindness, and a strong faith in Jesus Christ.



An embodiment of warmth and kindness, Betty brought...

Barbara Harlow Cronic

Barbara Harlow Cronic

Feb 26, 2024

Augusta, GA – Barbara (Bobbie) Harlow Cronic, 88, wife of the late Mr. Eugene Cronic went to be with Jesus Monday, February 26, 2024.

“Bobbie” was born to Henry M. & Bettie M. McKie of Augusta Ga. Upon graduation from Richmond Academy, she moved to Miami, Fl where she raised her 3 children and worked as a nurse at Baptist Hospital...

Edward H. Selby Jr.

Edward H. Selby Jr.

Feb 24, 2024

Surrounded by his loving family, Edward H. Selby Jr. passed away peacefully on February 24, 2024. Ed was preceded in death by the love of his life, Sharron Vaughn Selby. He is survived by his children: Ed III (Talisa), David (Katrina), Bryan (Deanna), and Leigh Savage (Danny), stepsons Lyle (Amber) and Travis (Angela), and grandchildren Thomas, Alexandria, Madison, Caeden, Liam, Logan,...

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